The 2026 midterms are approaching fast, and multiple candidates are running in the Democratic primaries for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District (VA1) and the U.S. Senate. That makes this a good time to review how candidates get on the ballot as well as actions voters can take to help candidates run for office.
Neighbors for Change
1/6/26 – Ballot Petition Signing
Before an individual can be on the ballot for an elected position, they must collect a minimum number of signatures from folks who live within their district. Anyone can sign and there is no commitment to vote for, otherwise support or donate to the candidate. We are hosting a signing event in the large meeting… Read More
11/4/25 – Greet Voters at the Polls
Greet voters with sample ballots and smiles on Election day! Sign up for shifts. – Note that there is a tab for each Government Center for early voting and for each Magisterial District for Election Day. Grab a friend and sign up for a couple of hours – it’s fun and it’s easy! This is… Read More
Meals Needed for Campaign Staff
Campgain staff will log some long days without much time to take a break and enjoy a meal. Let’s fix that! Please sign up to bring the team a hot meal.
Are you Media Savvy?
We have more information at our fingertips than ever before, yet it’s not all the same level of quality or truthfulness. Here’s a brief guide to help you become more media literate.
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Election Related Volunteer Opportunities
Looking to get involved this election season? There are MANY was to do it. Be a poll greeter, host an event, recruit volunteers, distribute signs, help at outreach events, get out the vote, phone or text bank, become a student page…
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The Importance of May Nivar’s HD57 Race!
“If we flip this seat, Republicans do not have a path to controlling the House of Delegates – it’s over for them”. Arif Hasan, campaign manager for HD-57 Democratic candidate May Nivar stresses the importance of this race. Neighbors for Change hosted a “Mocktails for May” event at the campaign office last night to give people a chance to meet and talk to May.
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N4C Popsicle Party (Photo Gallery)
“It’s so nice to chat with like minded people” was the common theme at the first Neighbors for Change Kids Popsicle Party!
Adults and kids got together August 29 at the Wyndham Swim and Racquet Club with crafts, games, popsicles for the kids, and conversation and beverages for the adults. By the sounds of laughter from the kids, it’s safe to call it a rousing success!
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Healthcare Town Hall: Exposing the Costs of the BBB
The meeting room at Twin Hickory Library was packed on 9/6/25 for Democracy Circle RVA’s town hall, Virginia Healthcare Under Attack: Exposing the Costs of Rob Wittman’s Vote for the “Big Beautiful Bill.” The event’s goal was to expose how the shifting public health landscape in America will affect everyone.
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9/8/25 – Mocktails for May
Join us to meet May Nivar, Candidate for HD57 and bring an item from the list below to support Henrico Community Food Bank! Neighbors For Change will bring the snacks, drinks and fun! Our event will end in time for all of us to head over to the 7:30PM Henrico County Dems meeting together. Register… Read More
